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As global mobility recovers in 2025, several countries are competing to attract investors, entrepreneurs, and affluent individuals through golden visa programs that grant long‑term residency or citizenship in exchange for financial investment. Here are the top five destinations worth considering:
1. United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
Dubai’s Golden Visa remains a global favourite, offering 5- or 10-year renewable residency for investors, entrepreneurs, and specialized talents. With zero personal income tax, top-tier infrastructure, and high safety standards, it’s ideal for high-net-worth individuals seeking a luxury lifestyle and international mobility.
2. Portugal
Portugal continues to top golden visa charts thanks to its €280,000–€500,000 real estate investment options, low cost of living, and access to the Schengen Area. The five-year residency program also offers a clear path to permanent residency or citizenship and enjoys widespread appeal among retirees and investors.
3. Greece
Greece’s visa program remains strong with a €250,000 property investment route—the lowest threshold in Europe. Applicants receive a five-year residency visa, renewable indefinitely—and can apply for citizenship after seven years. Coastal lifestyle, historic cities, and Schengen access make it an attractive option.
4. Spain
Spain is drawing investors with its €500,000 real estate requirement, combined with rich culture, healthcare, and quality of life. The visa offers initial two-year residency, renewable in chunks, with eligibility for permanent residency after five years and citizenship after ten.
5. Canada
Canada’s investor visa programs have undergone recent changes but still offer compelling options—such as provincial Start-up Visa categories, and Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (when active). Applicants benefit from global mobility, excellent healthcare, and opportunity-rich immigration pathways.
🌍 Why This Matters
Golden visas offer more than residency—they provide tax planning, mobility, education access, and alternative lifestyle options. As more countries fine-tune their programs in 2025, investors have an increasingly diverse menu of attractive, stable, and globally-connected residency routes.
